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Perfectly Cooked Brown Rice


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This recipe provides step-by-step instructions to cook fluffy and delicious long grain brown rice.


Ingredients

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  • 6 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1½ cups long grain brown rice

Instructions

  1. Combine the water and the salt in a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Rinse the rice well in a fine mesh sieve. Add to the boiling water.
  3. Reduce the heat so that it maintains a low boil and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. When rice is al dente (nearly cooked but still has a bit of a bite), strain the rice through a fine mesh sieve until most of the water has run through (about 10 seconds or so).
  5. Place the rice back into the pot, cover with the lid and let rest for 3-5 minutes. Fluff and serve.

Notes

  • Rinsing the rice helps to remove excess starch, which can make the rice gummy.
  • Adjust the cooking time based on your stove and pot type for best results.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 218
  • Sugar: 0.7g
  • Sodium: 232mg
  • Fat: 1.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46.4g
  • Fiber: 3.5g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg